The Blue Podcast

Taylor Phelps and Christian Laserna
  • 5.0 (11)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Southern California natives, surfers, and best friends discuss the societal and cultural impacts of the surf community. Lots of stories, laughs, and conversations about the ocean.

  1. 12/10/2020

    Ellie Jean Coffey | Ep 42

    In this episode, we passionately discuss the horrifying truth behind the deeply rooted misogyny and homophobia within the surf industry.

    43 min

  2. 12/03/2020

    Money and Business Opportunities in the Surf Industry | Ep 41

    In this episode, Taylor and Christian break down the finances within the World Surf League, prize money and competition win probability, endorsement contracts, and the inevitable side hustle. It would be ignorant to assume this group of thrill-seeking 'sharks' wouldn't translate to new business ventures. Nowadays, everyone has multiple streams of revenue, or at least we all should. Listen to learn why!

    49 min

  3. 11/28/2020

    Surf Crushes | Ep 40

    In this episode, Taylor and Christian talk about their school-yard crush on the same surfer girl. They also devise a plan to break-up professional surfer Coco Ho and Olympic snowboarder Mark McMorris. Who's your surf crush?

    30 min

  4. 11/19/2020

    How Surfing Changed My Life | Ep 39

    In this episode, Taylor and Christian discuss their roots and why surfing means so much to them. From their home life to poetry, from passion to purpose, this episode gets raw and real.

    40 min

  5. 11/13/2020

    Surf Families | Ep 38

    Not all of us grew up surfing the glassy waves of Hawaii. Not all of us come from a legendary surf family. Not all of us bleed surf heritage. In this episode, Taylor and Christian talk about their family dynamic growing up in a household that didn’t surf, how they adapted, and why chosen family means everything to them.

    27 min

  6. 11/07/2020

    Kickin' It Old Skool | Ep 37

    In this episode, Taylor and Christian explore the evolution of surf culture in America from the '60s to the 21st century. From rebellious, politically driven teens to peaceful environmental enthusiasts, we deep dive into the historical intricacies of the subculture of surfing.

    47 min

  7. 10/29/2020

    Face Your Fears This Halloween | Ep 36

    In this episode, Taylor and Christian talk on trauma, PTSD, and how to better manage fears in and out of the water. Christian admits his favorite movie is Dirty Dancing and Taylor speaks on her surf injury that landed her in the hospital. The topic drifts often, so good luck with the metaphorical whiplash they are about to put you through. Happy Halloween!

    36 min

  8. 10/22/2020

    Doctor Reacts to Worst Surf Injuries featuring Dr. Juliet Murray | Ep 35

    In this week's episode, guest speaker Dr. Juliet Murray breaks down Kelly Slater's foot shattering fiasco and Dusty Payne's PAINFUL backdoor face plant.

    28 min
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Southern California natives, surfers, and best friends discuss the societal and cultural impacts of the surf community. Lots of stories, laughs, and conversations about the ocean.

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  • Creator
    Taylor Phelps and Christian Laserna
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Taylor Phelps and Christian Laserna
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    The Blue Podcast